At the beginning of the famine, I became famous all over the world with my useless system

what?

Yu's Bookstore gave them such great benefits, not only free book borrowing and discounts on book purchases, but also promised to find various rare books for them?

The condition is to modify this small piece of wood?

Gu Damao didn’t know Boss Yu and thought to himself, he is really kind!

Gu Changqing thought that if it wasn't someone he trusted extremely, he would never rashly entrust such an important matter to someone.

After a little thought, he understood the key.

No matter how sophisticated Shopkeeper Yu was, he knew that nothing was more important than resolving the current crisis facing the bookstore.

It is incredible that my aunt was able to deduce the problem based on this small piece of wood. It is no exaggeration to say that she is as capable as the wise ruler in the hall who can see everything clearly.

Manager Yu must have seen through this, which is why he made such a bold decision.

Gu Changqing looked at his smiling aunt, and his admiration for her grew even higher.

Gu Damao took the piece of wood, turned it over and over for a long time, but still couldn't figure it out. He couldn't help but be amazed.

"This piece of wood is so delicate and intricate that if counterfeiters can replicate it, then surely other crafts can be easily made with it. With such skill, why don't you find another way to make a living instead of doing something so injurious to the world?"

Although Gu Changqing didn't like to communicate with those playboys in the academy, he had heard them talk about "business" to some extent. He said in a deep voice:

"No, Brother Damao, you just said it's so finely crafted, I think making the mold wouldn't be easy. If I can't make a lot of money, I wouldn't be worth taking this deal. I even suspect that person isn't doing it through legitimate means..."

"That's right," Lin Qing said, "I agree with Changqing. Maybe the person who made the wood chips knows Shopkeeper Yu. Otherwise, how would he get the mold?"

Gu Damao said in surprise: "Mom, you mean..."

The one who forged it is the one who wrote the post for Shopkeeper Yu?

Lin Qing smiled and shook his head, nodding to the wooden fragment still on the table. He said, "There's no evidence, and I don't want to speculate. Let's resolve this problem first."

Gu Changqing pondered for a moment and said, "I heard that Boss Yu gives out cards based on his mood. Some people spent nearly one or two taels of silver in his shop and still didn't get one, while others spent just over a dozen coins and had him hand them over to them."

Lin Qing clicked his tongue, not knowing whether to laugh or cry, and said, "Boss Yu really has a personality."

For a moment, Gu Changqing didn't know whether his aunt was really praising him or being sarcastic, and his tone was a little unnatural.

"Although the act of forgery is despicable, I can understand them. After all, our Anping Town is located in a remote area, and books are expensive. It's good to save a few cents on paper and pens."

Gu Damao looked at the brand new books his mother gave him again and felt extremely grateful to her.

After a moment, Lin Qing asked again: "Why, do you have any ideas?"

Gu Damao and Gu Changqing looked at each other and shook their heads embarrassedly, thinking that they could still help with policy simulations, but they were really helpless with this kind of thing.

Gu Ermiao came in, wiping his hands and lifting the curtain, and said with a smile: "Mom, I have a way!"

"Okay, then Er Miao, why don't you tell me about it? Let's hear if his idea is feasible."

In fact, Gu Ermiao had been thinking about this problem on the way back. He guessed that his mother might be talking about this when she called Brother Changqing over, so after washing the dishes and arranging tasks for his younger brothers and sisters, he hurried over.

Fortunately he was not late!

He raised his head with confidence and said, "Mom, I thought that since Manager Yu spent a lot of money to make this thing, it must have a use. I just heard from Brother Changqing that the book is very expensive, but you can get a discount with a card.

"But that Shopkeeper Yu acts entirely on his own whim. If we want to put this card to good use, we can't let him do that anymore...

"Maybe we can do it like the simulated strategy discussion, where those who spend more get the biggest discount, and those who spend less get smaller discounts. That way we can motivate them to spend more, make them feel their money is well spent, and make them want to come back in the future!"

Lin Qing nodded in satisfaction. "Not bad, membership tiers, what else?"

Gu Ermiao was already accustomed to his mother's summary of his thoughts, but his two brothers were confused.

"Also, I think a bookstore is different from a candied fruit shop. It welcomes and sees off students, so they should offer other gifts on top of the discounts, like the paper he gave you today...

"Also, remember what books everyone bought, and every year see who spent the most money. Based on how much they spent, they can get..."

He scratched his head and couldn't think of how to describe the next words, but he didn't expect his mother to suddenly laugh.

Lin Qing said excitedly, "Not bad, not bad! Er Miao, you've even thought of the points system. You really have a talent for business!"

These words made Gu Ermiao feel proud and a little embarrassed. He smiled and asked his mother what the "points" meant.

After Lin Qing explained the two rules in detail, Gu Damao couldn't help but sigh, "I thought doing business was simple, but I didn't expect there are so many ways to do it!"

Gu Changqing also echoed, "Yes, if it weren't for Auntie, how would we know these secrets! So, every job is really not easy!"

Of course, the most surprised person was Gu Ermiao.

After hearing what his mother said, he realized how naive his thoughts were. He kept saying in his heart, "My mother is really amazing. I should learn more from her!"

Lin Qing played with the thin wooden piece between his fingers and said, "While what Er Miao said just now is certainly important, it's all about membership rules. It hasn't even touched on how to modify this little card."

He glanced down and happened to catch a glimpse of the cover of the picture book he bought for Gu Sihe, and a plan came to his mind.

After briefly telling a few children about her thoughts, the three children's admiration for her was simply beyond words.

Mom/Auntie is really amazing!

How could one come up with such a brilliant idea just by looking at picture books?

Before the children could recover from their shock, they heard Lin Qing say, "It's getting late. Changqing, why don't you stay today? You and Damao can discuss the simulation strategy. I want to draw the picture quickly while I have an idea, so I'll go back first."

She is a person who is used to finishing today's work today, and her work style is also vigorous and decisive. Whatever she thinks of will be put into action immediately, and she will adjust it if it doesn't work.

Seeing her turn to leave, Gu Damao quickly spread out the rice paper, picked up the brush, and handed it to her, saying:

"Mom, you can just use the bright light to paint. I'll go with Changqing to talk to Auntie first. We'll read for a while when we get back."

Lin Qing sat down again, closed his eyes and thought for a moment, and his writing was as if inspired by God.

The two children wanted to stay and observe and learn, but they were afraid that Mrs. Gou would be waiting anxiously at home, so they had to leave reluctantly.

When the two came back, they found that Lin Qing had already rolled up the rice paper and told them with a smile to go to bed early.

The two brothers were extremely curious, but they were too embarrassed to ask Lin Qing to open it again. They could only suppress their thoughts and say good night to each other.